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University strikes in scotland over job cuts
Staff at the University of Dundee and Edinburgh University are striking over job cuts, impacting academic schedules and courses.
No new coverage since 6 October 2026.
The story so far as of 6 October 2026
On September 21, 2026, staff at the University of Dundee began a five-week strike in protest against potential compulsory job losses. This action, involving members of the University and College Union, is set to last until October 23. On October 6, 2026, strike action at Edinburgh University led to the cancellation of a social science doctoral course, also due to protests against job cuts and programme closures. Both strikes are part of a broader dispute over employment conditions and job security.
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Edinburgh University strike affects courses
Impact Edinburgh University faces operational disruptions, affecting staff and students amid ongoing strikes.
Sources: Herald Scotland ↗
- Internal tension
University of Dundee staff strike over job cuts
Impact The University of Dundee faces operational disruptions, affecting academic schedules and services.
Sources: The Scotsman ↗, STV ↗
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